MyPhotoShare vs Sigal
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted photo management options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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MyPhotoShare
Static web photo gallery generator from a folder of media
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Sigal
Simple static photo gallery generator written in Python
| Feature | MyPhotoShare | Sigal |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Photo Management | Photo Management |
| License | GPL-3.0 | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15 | ★ 942 |
| First released | 2014 | 2012 |
| Replaces | Google Photos, Flickr | Flickr |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is MyPhotoShare or Sigal better?
Sigal is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider MyPhotoShare if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are MyPhotoShare and Sigal free and open-source?
Yes. MyPhotoShare is licensed under GPL-3.0 and Sigal under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run MyPhotoShare and Sigal with Docker?
MyPhotoShare: check the project docs for container support. Sigal: check the project docs for container support.